Contaminated Arsenal site to be passive recreation, says state Oct 2, 2009
The Arsenal s history as a center for researching and building weapons stretches to shortly after the War of 1812. Meghann Ackerman can be reached at mackerman@cnc. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Constitution Day Oct 2, 2009
Hugo wrote on Sep 24, 2009 3:57 PM:" Chester, the founders of our country were my no means infallible. To paint such a broad picture of them to suit your own political needs is very misleading. Did you stop learning history after the 8th grade? If you knew a bit more history about the US, then you could answer all the questions you have asked yourself. A founder like Alexander Hamilton, the illegitimate son of a scottish woman, who moved to the US to make his fortune might not consider... (Nogales International, AZ)
Stop reliving Civil War Oct 2, 2009
Public debate was common, as it was during the War of Independence, the war against the Barbary pirates, the War of 1812, the Mexican-American War, the annexation of Hawaii, the Spanish-American War and a hundred other conflicts. Lately, I see a number of letter writers and columnists who claim that public disagreement with the current war goals and policies somehow hurts the troops. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Watkins: Of the nation's early wars, the War of 1812 is the most forgotten Sep 30, 2009
Watkins: Of the nation's early wars, the War of 1812 is the most forgotten ... Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2009 12:14 PM CDT Little is known about the War of 1812 veteran Elijah Wilkins, who is buried in the Sandusky Cemetery about five miles north of Keokuk ... "Of all the United States' early wars, the War of 1812 is one of the most forgotten," said Eugene Watkins, site director of Old Fort Madison. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
More of this story Sep 30, 2009
Electronic learning aids will include American history, government, a War of 1812 challenge game and American Revolution bingo, as well as a revolutions baseball game to appeal to students who respond to technological approaches to teaching. -- Noble Elementary, readers' club, submitted by Susan Lawrence, 500. (Hamburg Ashley County Ledger, AR)
Gone, but not forgotten Sep 30, 2009
The grave of War of 1812 veteran Elijah Wilkins is located in the right corner. Lee County Pioneer Cemetery Association recognizes War of 1812 veteran Elijah Wilkins during ceremony ... Published: Monday, September 28, 2009 2:29 PM CDT SANDUSKY Little is known about War of 1812 veteran Elijah Wilkins, who is buried in the Sandusky Cemetery about five miles north of Keokuk. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Freedom and human rights derived from God Sep 25, 2009
Just prior to the War of 1812 ... Just prior to the War of 1812 ... " danielh wrote on Sep 23, 2009 8:16 PM:" Since you are the so perfectly-well informed, just what does your understanding of history tell you was the British military objective in the War of 1812. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Today in History Sep 25, 2009
On Sept. 14, 1814, Francis Scott Key was inspired to write a poem after witnessing how Fort McHenry in Maryland had endured a night of British bombardment during the War of 1812; that poem, originally called "Defence of Fort McHenry," later became the lyrics to "The Star-Spangled Banner," the American national anthem. Today in History. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
In Md., a sunken jewel lurks Sep 20, 2009
Researchers hope to excavate vessel from War of 1812 ... WASHINGTON - Aboard a pontoon boat chugging past the marshland of Maryland s upper Patuxent River on a recent Saturday, Ralph Eshelman pointed to the spot where the muddy brown water hides a shipwreck nearly two centuries old, part of the American flotilla that defended the Chesapeake Bay when the British burned Washington during the War of 1812 ... The Navy, which still owns the flotilla, is considering whether to excavate the site and... (Boston Globe)
Mystic Seaport's Wooden Whaler, The Charles W. Morgan, Being Restored, May Set Sail Again Sep 20, 2009
The heavy, 44-gun frigate named by is credited with turning the tide against Great Britain in the War of 1812. The Constitution is now berthed in Charlestown, Mass. (FOX61, CT)
Thumbs up to dreams come true Sep 19, 2009
Thumbs up to the group that is looking into having a tall ship home port in Portsmouth during upcoming War of 1812 bicentennial celebrations ... During the War of 1812, privateers were privately owned ships that attacked and plundered British ships. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Military Milestones from Blood Stripes to Bloody Ridge Sep 18, 2009
Sept. 13, 1814: From the deck of a Royal Navy ship aboard which he has been detained, Washington, D.C. lawyer Francis Scott Key pens his now-famous poem, The Star Spangled Banner, on an envelope as he witnesses the British night-bombardment of Fort McHenry, Baltimore during the War of 1812. It will be more than a century before the U.S. Congress adopts The Star Spangled Banner as the official national anthem. (Human Events Online)
Weekend performances re-live famous 1847 Matson slave trial Sep 17, 2009
He said this hatred may have come from Samuel s grandfather and father fighting for their freedom in the Revolution and the War of 1812, respectively. He added Samuel s uncle advocated for sending freed slaves to Liberia in Africa. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
U.S. Census Bureau Daily Feature for Sept. 16 Sep 16, 2009
One of the nation's treasures is the wooden frigate USS Constitution, better known as "Old Ironsides." Launched in 1797, the ship became famous in the War of 1812. In 1830, it was reported that the fabled vessel was to be scrapped. (PR Newswire)
The Top Political Dynasties Sep 15, 2009
Secretary Adams was also a descendant of Benjamin Crowninshield, who had been secretary of the Navy during the War of 1812. No. 6 Bush 67 points. (Juneau Empire)
This day in history Sep 14, 2009
In 1814, Francis Scott Key was inspired to write a poem after witnessing how Fort McHenry in Baltimore had endured a night of British bombardment during the War of 1812; that poem became the lyrics to The Star-Spangled Banner, the American national anthem. In 1836, former Vice President Aaron Burr died in Staten Island, N.Y., at 80. (Boston Globe)
New events join favorites at Old Fort Madison Sep 12, 2009
War of 1812 soldiers, fur traders, Indians and vendors will be busy cooking over open campfires or at the hearth inside the walls of the fort. Military drills, a "Dead Soldier's" auction, tomahawk and knife-throwing contests, food, games and music reflective of the Old Fort Madison days will continue until 5 p.m. each day. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Man Fires Cannon, Hits Neighbor's House... Sep 9, 2009
"The charges seem to be a bit overzealous. Reckless endagerment I can see. But criminal mischief and disorderly conduct? Come on. Sounds like they are throwing whatever they can at the wall to see what'll stick. I see this all the time when I watch COPS. The officers reel out a whole list of charges; most of which seem redundant AND unconstitutional.","createdAt":"8 Sep 2009 20:29:21... (The Drudge Report)
Military Milestones from the Turtle to 9/11 Sep 9, 2009
Gen. Alexander Macomb and U.S. Navy Capt. Thomas MacDonough decisively defeat British forces on land and lake in the Battle of Plattsburgh (also known as the Battle of Lake Champlain) during the War of 1812. Sept. 12, 1918: Battle of St. Mihiel (France) opens between Allied American-French forces (primarily U.S. Army and Marine forces under the overall command of U.S. Army Gen. John J. Black Jack Pershing) and Imperial German Army forces under Gen. Johannes Georg von der Marwitz. (Human Events Online)
The G-20 is coming! It's time to get outta tahn Sep 6, 2009
South Bass Island also has two caves, a nature and wildlife center and Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial, built to honor those who fought the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812. An elevator takes you to an observation platform 312 feet above the water. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Sailing Aboard the America Sep 5, 2009
During the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812, the young United States Navy knew it could not match the British Royal Navy s fleet and manpower ... After the War of 1812 the seas were safer for trans-Atlantic crossings for both cargo and passengers. (Suite101.com)
Gates: It is not time to get out of Afghanistan Sep 4, 2009
It was terrorists enjoying safe haven in Afghanistan who struck at the US on 9/11 the first significant attack on the continental US since the War of 1812, Mr. Gates pointed out to reporters at the Pentagon Thursday. The US is not in Afghanistan to do nation-building, he added, but to help build Afghan government's capacity to protect itself from Al Qaeda and other groups which, in turn, is in the US' best interests. (Christian Science Monitor)
Red Rock cemetery falling into disrepair Sep 4, 2009
There are a couple of Revolutionary War men buried in the cemetery, along with some veterans from the War of 1812. According to a deed, in 1847, the burial grounds opened as an official cemetery. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Former Marshfield resident commands USS Constitution Sep 3, 2009
Where the USS Constitution made its name, said Cooper, was in the War of 1812 ... It fought in more than 30 battles, all of which it won, but its performance during the War of 1812, said Cooper, is what it is remembered for ... I heard one of my sailors giving a tour the other day and he described the War of 1812 as our second war for independence, said Cooper. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Dig at original fort site yields discoveries Sep 1, 2009
He said there is legislation in the U.S. Senate for preservation of War of 1812 battle sites for which the fort would qualify. One of the requirements for funding is to have boundaries for the battlefield. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Carole Estabrook: War of 1812 veto the right choice Aug 31, 2009
But I do agree with the governor in his recent decision to veto a plan that would have created the War of 1812 200th Anniversary Commemoration Commission, estimated to cost the state 2. 25 million over its five-year life. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
The Natchez Trace Aug 29, 2009
It was said that Hernando De Soto, the Spanish conquistador, followed part of the trace in the 16th century, and General later President-- Andrew Jackson used the Trace to get to New Orleans during the War of 1812. Thomas Jefferson and the Natchez Trace. (Suite101.com)
More PCB testing to be done at Watertowns Arsenal site Aug 28, 2009
The Arsenal s history as a center for researching and building weapons stretches to shortly after the War of 1812. Ellen Iorio, the project manager for the Army Corps, explained that in some areas, soil with contamination under one part per million hasn t been found. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Military Milestones from the King’s Proclamation to Richie’s MiG Aug 26, 2009
Military Milestones from the King s Proclamation to Richie s MiG - HUMAN EVENTS. Military Milestones from the King s Proclamation to Richie s MiG by 08/26/2009. (Human Events Online)
NYC School Makes Harbor Its Classroom Aug 23, 2009
Cannon on Governors Island protected New York City during the War of 1812. Later, Union soldiers guarded Confederate POWs there. (Click2Houston, TX)
Slave's life retold for kin Descendants of James and Dolley Madison's slave to get special view of White House where he lived, worked and rescued George Washington's portrait from British troops Aug 23, 2009
com - SLAVE'S LIFE RETOLD FOR KIN. Sun, Aug. 23, 2009 04:06 AM. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
‘Capture the Flag’ examines patriotism Aug 22, 2009
And although Francis Scott Key wrote The Star-Spangled Banner during the War of 1812, the flag, the author notes, was not routinely carried into battle by US troops until the Mexican-American War of the 1840s. By then, however, the flag was beginning to be understood as a potent political weapon. (Boston Globe)
The Fame game: Young campers take to the sea on schooner Aug 20, 2009
Of that group, 20 had the opportunity to attend a weeklong camp aboard the Fame, a 70-foot schooner that is a replica of a War of 1812 privateer. The counselors, including Globe North correspondent Jesse Nankin, taught the children basic seamanship and navigation, how to raise and trim the sails, how to tie knots, and how to steer the ship. (Boston Globe)
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Military Milestones from the Battle of Camden to Banzai Attacks at Tenaru - HUMAN EVENTS. Military Milestones from the Battle of Camden to Banzai Attacks at Tenaru by 08/19/2009. (Human Events Online)
Military Milestones from the Battle of Camden to Banzai Attacks at Tenaru Aug 19, 2009
This Week in American Military History. Aug. 16, 1780: The Battle of Camden (S.C.) -- one of the worst tactical blunders on the part of the Continentals during the American Revolution -- opens between British Army forces under the command of Gen. Sir Charles Cornwallis and Continental Army forces under Gen. Horatio Gates. (Human Events Online)
Madison and the White House, Through the Memoir of a Slave Aug 18, 2009
But over the course of his long life, Mr. Jennings witnessed, and perhaps participated in, the rescue of George Washingtons portrait from the White House during the War of 1812 and stood by the former presidents side at his deathbed. He bought his freedom, helped to organize a daring (and unsuccessful) slave escape and became the first person to put his White House recollections into a memoir. (Slate)
CAL THOMAS: Britain's NHS vs. U.S. health Aug 18, 2009
The back-and-forth reporting and commentary resembles a replay of the War of 1812, this time with verbal salvos. Conservative American politicians and commentators fire at the British NHS system and the British fire back, sometimes on the same program, repeating the Democrats' mantra of how 47 million Americans are "uninsured" and how medical treatment in the United States depends on how much patients, or their insurance companies, will pay. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Conservatives Versus Liberals Aug 15, 2009
For over twenty years, the Jeffersonian Republicans ruled but became conservative while fighting the War of 1812. Andrew Jackson's Democrats took up the revolutionary ideals of restrained government, , and the expansion of poor white man's rights. (Suite101.com)
What Republicans Can Learn From Andrew Jackson Aug 13, 2009
But after the War of 1812, Madison changed his mind. He supported chartering a second Bank of the United States to stabilize the war-wracked nation s finances and curb the influence of local paper-issuing banks. (The American Conservative)
Looking back Aug 11, 2009
During the War of 1812 General Andrew Jackson led his troops from Tennessee, through Columbia, Miss. crossing the Pearl River and continuing through Washington Parish and into St. Tammany to a site in Covington. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
Gym Gunman Had Been Questioned By Police Aug 11, 2009
The militia proved to be ineffectual in the Revolution and the War of 1812; it's completely irrelevant to modern war. And the Founding Fathers didn't have to cope with skinheads armed with AK-47's. (CBS News -- US)
Sharfs’ donations have widened MFA’s horizons Aug 9, 2009
Following the War of 1812, the Goddess of Liberty became a popular symbol in the United States and was often shown holding the cap aloft on a pike. By midcentury she began to appear, as here, on weather vanes, wearing the cap and pointing into the wind with her outstretched arm. (Boston Globe)
SCITUATE CALLING ALL VETERANS: Haleys war Aug 8, 2009
He is one of the few remaining eyewitnesses to the first Americans to board an enemy man-of-war at sea since the War of 1812. Before the sub went down, the boarding party was able to identify it as the U-175. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
How Is America Going To End? Aug 6, 2009
the U.S. during the War of 1812, and Maine seceded from Massachusetts in 1820. Up until the Civil War, nobody questioned the idea that breaking free from the central government was legal and justifiable under the right circumstances. (Slate)
Vacation and Education on a Budget Aug 4, 2009
Associated with the Flagship Niagara is the Erie Maritime Museum, which presents the story of the ship that won the Battle of Lake Erie in the War of 1812. The museum offers multi-media and interactive exhibits. (Suite101.com)
Historian leaves a legacy of her own Aug 3, 2009
She also wrote The Great Rope, the story of a young Oswego boy and his involvement in the War of 1812. The book has become part of the fourth-grade social studies curriculum in several states. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Square topsail schooner offers tours, cruises Jul 28, 2009
The Lynx, the closest most of us will ever come to a War of 1812 privateer, is at O'ahu until Aug. 9 ... The Lynx, patterned on a privateer or naval schooner from the War of 1812, displaces 114 tons with a top speed of 11 to 12 knots ... The Lynx, inspired by a famous War of 1812 privateer, is at Kewalo Basin through Thursday and at Ko Olina Saturday through Aug. 9. (Honolulu Advertiser)
U.S. Brig Niagara in Oswego Jul 25, 2009
The ship is a replica of the original Niagara, which fought in the War of 1812. For more photos and Harborfest coverage, pick up a copy of The Palladium-Times. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Sailing back in time Jul 24, 2009
The ship, a replica of the original Niagara, which fought in the War of 1812, will be docked at the west pier during Harborfest weekend, as the crew will be leading tours through the historical ship today and Saturday. The ship exchanged cannon fire with the Fort as it passed the breaker into the Oswego Harbor. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Willie Clista McDaniel Jul 22, 2009
He founded Granny s Branch Resort on family property he repurchased from TVA after the formation of Kentucky Lake in the 1940 s. This was land his great-great grandfather settled in the early 1800 s after serving in the War of 1812. His resort business grew from meager beginnings in the 1950 s to well over 100 current lake property owners, many who are now full time residents. (Camden Chronicle, TN)
Gun slingers gather at Cabela's Jul 20, 2009
One of his guns on display at Cabela's is an original "Brown Bess," crafted in the early 1800s and used during the War of 1812. Toenjes, who became interested in building and restoring Kentucky rifles when he was 10, is looking for understudies to continue his craft. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Sitting pretty: 100-mile stretch of Hwy. 60 named a scenic byway Jul 20, 2009
Prairie du Chien continues to thrive off its historic roots with events focused on the fur trade, buttons made from clams and the War of 1812. Nature is also a big draw, with nearby Wyalusing State Park, fishing on both rivers and, on New Year s Eve, the Droppin of the Carp. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Smaller Not Better When It Comes to Business Jul 15, 2009
The funding and financial struggles associated with the War of 1812 persuaded President Madison, despite his impeccable Jeffersonian credentials, that the nation needed an official, dominant bank the ultimate big business. The Second Bank of the United States made major contributions to the Republics spectacular growth in the years that followed and President Andrew Jacksons implacable hatred of the institution stemmed more from its political influence than its economic operations. (Townhall.com)
U.S. citizens aren't willing to pay their debt Jul 14, 2009
I cited the War of 1812, the Civil War, the Stock Market crash of 1929, and 70 years of slavery ending in 1999. About a month has gone by, and Lodi hasn't reorganized because of my letter. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
The work of Jacob Kingery Brown is still seen in the buildings in Niles Jul 12, 2009
He had fought with the British in the War of 1812 and maintained relations with officials in Canada in later years. For his service in the war, Brown and other members of the company each received as bounty, land warrants for 160 acres. (Niles Star, MI)
Sandusky, Ohio Jul 11, 2009
It has a rich history dating back to wilderness days pre-dating the War of 1812. It has never been a large city but it has always held a central role in the historical events of the nation. (Suite101.com)
Sitting Bull Jul 8, 2009
The Sioux had been trading with British and Canadian traders from 1767, and had sided with them during the American Revolution and the War of 1812 to protect their interests. Sitting Bull Enters Canada. (Suite101.com)
Two bits worth: Dogs, beans and brew Jul 5, 2009
I associate fireworks more with the War of 1812, and "the rockets red glare, the bombs bursting in air," penned by the author of the Star Spangled Banner, Francis Scott Key ... Curiously, the year 1814 arrived during the War of 1812. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
10 places to take kids away from everyday Jul 5, 2009
But from Pickering Wharf Marina in Sa lem, a replica of the schooner Fame, among the first American privateers during the War of 1812, sails several times a day to give families a time-worn tour of coastal adventure. Hope for steady wind as the three sails fill. (Boston Globe)
Debating The Future Of The Old State House In Hartford Jul 4, 2009
HARTFORD - In 1814, a group of New England Federalist politicians, unhappy with the conduct of the War of 1812, met in the council chamber of the to discuss seceding from the Union. History has brought resilient strength to. (FOX61, CT)
Firecracker of a quiz: Test your knowledge of American history Jul 4, 2009
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Revolutionary Characters Jul 4, 2009
Most boldly of all, Wood reconsiders what most scholars have thought to be Madison s greatest failure: his seemingly inept leadership in the War of 1812. In fact, Wood argues, Madison knew exactly what he was doing. (The American Conservative)
Matsuzaka headed to Florida for long rehab Jul 4, 2009
Everyone got the War of 1812 right, Bay said. Remedy is rest Mike Lowell, who has been encouraged by how his hip responded to treatment last week, acknowledged he will need more scheduled days off in the second half to rest his hip. (Boston Globe)
Schedule of Independence Day events Jul 4, 2009
n Francis Scott Key penned the words to The Star-Spangled Banner in 1814 when he saw a 32-by-40-foot, 15-starred American flag still flying over Fort McHenry at Baltimore after an attack by the British during the War of 1812. For the melody, Key used a popular English tune, Anacreon In Heaven. (Missoulian, MT)
Column: Celebrating the Fourth by bringing back Uncle Sam Jul 3, 2009
Strategically located on the Hudson River, Sam nailed a Halliburton-type support contract during the War of 1812. When locals asked about the U.S. on the barrels of beef being trucked down to the wharf, his teamsters laughed Uncle Sam is feeding the troops. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
